Job Ref: WES1334

Branch: West Coast Motors (Glasgow)

Location: West Coast Motors (Glasgow), Glasgow

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40 hours per week

Posted date: 16/09/2026

Closing date: 30/10/2026

At West Coast Motors, our engineering teams are at the heart of keeping our services running safely and reliably. As a PCV Electrician based at our Depot in Glasgow, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and repairing the electrical and electronic systems that keep our buses and coaches on the road every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults on buses and coaches.
• Maintain, repair and install vehicle wiring, lighting systems, batteries, charging systems, alternators and starter motors.
• Use electronic diagnostic equipment and manufacturer software to identify and rectify faults.
• Inspect and test and maintain vehicle electrical circuits, control systems and electronic components.
• Repair and maintain CCTV, destination equipment, passenger information systems and telematics equipment.
• Assist with vehicle upgrades, modifications and the installation of new equipment.
• Support MOT preparation and vehicle inspections.
• Complete workshop documentation accurately and promptly.
• Work closely with colleagues to minimise vehicle downtime and maximise fleet availability.
• Maintain high standard of safety, quality and housekeeping at all times.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Experience working as a Vehicle Electrician, Auto Electrician or in a similar vehicle electrical role
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, CAN bus systems and electronic control units
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, technical manuals and diagnostic information
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and appropriate testing tools
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear and professional communication skills
• A full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience working on buses, coaches or other public service vehicles
• Automotive, electrical or engineering qualification
• PSV driving licence
• Knowledge of passenger information systems and telematics systems
• IRTEC accreditation or an equivalent industry qualification

What We Offer

• Permanent and secure employment
• Ongoing technical training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to progress within the engineering function
• Free travel across the West Coast Motors network
• A supportive and collaborative engineering team environment
• The opportunity to work on a varied fleet of modern buses and coaches

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, dependable and committed to high standards.
• Safety-focused, practical and methodical.
• Positive and professional in approach.
• Flexible and able to respond to changing operational priorities.
• Calm under pressure and able to meet operational deadlines.
• Proud of delivering quality engineering work and dependable vehicle availability.

Working Hours

This is a full-time, permanent position. Shift patterns may include early shifts, late shifts and weekend working to support operational requirements. Overtime opportunities may be available.

Apply Today

If you're a skilled electrician who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and keeping vehicles safe, reliable and ready for service, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the West Coast Motors engineering team.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. As a safety-critical business, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a drug and alcohol test.

West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

West Coast Motors operate buses and coaches on a mixture of contract, local and private hire services acorss the West Coast of Scotland with depots in Glasgow, Campbeltown, Ardrishaig, Oban, Mull, Dunoon and Bute.